The Hymn Morning at St George’s Bluff Point is a highlight for older folk who live in local residential aged care.
Lay Assistant Minister Kate Gibson said they love the outing to the church once a term to sing familiar hymns, meet old friends and praise God. The morning features 10 hymns, a gospel message and a prayer.
Kate started the initiative because of her own love for hymns that was nurtured as a child. Having worked as a chaplain in aged care facilities, she has also seen the joyful impact on the residents of singing hymns from their childhood or younger years.
“Hymns hold so much scripture and they’re not scared to talk about the lows in the Christian life, which they address by pointing to Christ’s love.”